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Ear Ornament

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Gold-colored metal ear ornament in the shape of a heart. The ornament is composed of two identical leaf-shaped pieces that are connected at the top, forming a heart shape. Each piece has a pointed tip and a small loop at the top. The surface of the ornament is smooth and shiny and shows signs of wear. The ornament has a textured section on each side. The background is plain white. Ear Ornament by Alexander Calder.

Artwork details

Date:
Second half of the 8th–second half of the 10th century
Medium:
Gold
Culture:
Indonesia (Java)
Dimensions:
599 × 483 px
Museum record:
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